Easy Hamburger Casserole
Dinner just got easier with this comforting and flavorful Easy Hamburger Casserole, a crowd-pleasing recipe that combines hearty ground beef, tender macaroni pasta, and a rich, tomato-based sauce all baked under a melty layer of cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-dish meal uses pantry staples like canned tomato sauce and diced tomatoes, along with simple seasonings, to create a satisfying dish that’s ready in just 45 minutes. Ideal for feeding the whole family, this casserole is as easy to prepare as it is delicious, making it a top choice for quick, budget-friendly dinners. Serve it with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete and comforting meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups dry macaroni pasta
- 15 ounces canned tomato sauce
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups water
- 1 spray cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, until the onions are softened and aromatic.
Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 5 minutes.
Add the cooked macaroni pasta to the skillet and stir until evenly combined.
Pour the pasta and beef mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it out in an even layer.
Top the casserole with the shredded cheddar cheese, spreading it evenly over the surface.
Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.4 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.9 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 329 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 3298 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 226.1 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 114.0 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 351 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 3958 mg | 84% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
